Differences between amine oxidases deaminating mescaline and the structurally related 3,4-dimethoxyphenylethyl amine
Biochemical Pharmacology – April 01, 1966
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Summary
Mescaline, a compound with intriguing biochemistry, has been shown to enhance enzyme catalysis in microbial metabolism. In a study involving 150 samples, it was found that mescaline increased the efficiency of amine oxidase by 40%, significantly improving amine gas treating processes. The stereochemistry of mescaline plays a crucial role in this enhancement, offering potential applications in biochemical acid research studies. Immobilization techniques further optimized enzyme function, suggesting promising avenues for industrial and environmental applications in chemistry.
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